HEALTHY TURKEY MEATLOAF

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Provided by Linda Joyce

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb organic ground turkey breast
6 oz fresh baby spinach - chopped
8 oz mushrooms, chopped
2 celery stalks - finely chopped
1-2 shallots - finely chopped
3 clove garlic - finely chopped
1 egg
1/4 c 1% milk
1 c italian cheese blend - shredded
3 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
2 Tbsp earth balance buttery spread
2 Tbsp salt free perfect pinch all purpose seasoning
2 Tbsp salt free perfect pinch garlic & pepper seasoning
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
3 slices whole grain/whole wheat bread - cubed small

Steps:

1. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat, add mushrooms and celery, saute for 3 minutes, add shallots and saute for an additional 2 minutes. Add chopped garlic, saute for an additional 1 minute, add spinach, season with salt free seasonings (be generous), and pepper, saute until spinach is wilted. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
2. Melt butter in a saute pan, add bread cubes and saute until toasted a little, season with salt free seasonings (be generous), garlic powder, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
3. Blend milk and egg together and set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl add bread, milk and egg and mix well, add spinach mixture and stir,add turkey and mix thoroughly with hands, add cheese, mix and form into a loaf pan.
5. Bake at 375 degrees for 1 hour.